STARLINK-4381 (53222)

COSPAR: 2022-084AK | Alt Name: Starlink 4381

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Launch Details

Launch Date

July 22, 2022

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

53222

International Designator

2022-084AK

Decay Date

4/11/2025

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-4381

Alternative Name

Starlink 4381

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

STARLINK-4381 is a communication satellite launched by SpaceX on July 22, 2022, from Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 2.8 meters in diameter and has a span of 9 meters with a dry mass of 275 kilograms. It was equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication, an optical inter-satellite link, and solar arrays for power generation along with batteries. The satellite employs krypton ion thrusters as its motor system for propulsion. Launched with a total mass of 297 kilograms, STARLINK-4381 is part of the Starlink Group 3-2-34 mission dedicated to establishing communication services.

Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.

Physical Characteristics

Length

0.2

Diameter

2.8

Span

Dry Mass

275

Launch Mass

297

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 3-2-34

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Krypton ion thrusters

Equipment

Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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